Vancouver Island Holistic Counselling

Vancouver Island Holistic Counselling Vancouver Island Holistic Counselling offers therapy and coaching services online or in person.

Veronique Rioux is a Therapeutic Transpersonal Counsellor and owner of Choose2be Health and Fitness.

🧠💛 Head vs HeartIn yoga, they say the longest journey is from the head to the heart.And honestly… most people feel that ...
05/06/2026

🧠💛 Head vs Heart

In yoga, they say the longest journey is from the head to the heart.

And honestly… most people feel that every day.

Because decision-making isn’t always simple.

Your head is saying one thing—logical, practical, “makes sense.”Your heart is saying something else—emotional, intuitive, deeply felt.

And then you’re left in the middle, trying to figure out which one to trust.

So how do you bring them back into alignment?

Not by forcing a quick answer.But by creating space to actually hear yourself.

That’s something people often misunderstand about counselling.

It’s not about me telling you what to do.

It’s not advice-giving or decision-making for you.

My role is to offer a space that is:🌿 Safe🌿 Non-judgmental🌿 Unbiased🌿 Grounded enough for you to hear yourself clearly

Because when we talk to people close to us, even with love, there’s often opinions, fears, and personal agendas in the mix of what they think we “should” do.

Counselling gives you a different kind of space—one where your thoughts, emotions, and inner conflict can finally be explored without pressure.

And from there… clarity tends to emerge 🤍

✨ If you’re feeling stuck between your head and your heart, support is available.

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Lately I’ve been listening a lot to The Diary of a CEO… and I keep coming back to how powerful and necessary these conve...
04/29/2026

Lately I’ve been listening a lot to The Diary of a CEO… and I keep coming back to how powerful and necessary these conversations are.

Especially the ones around s*x.

Steven Bartlett has been bringing on guests who speak openly about topics that are still, for many people, deeply uncomfortable—desire, intimacy, or**sm, communication, shame.

And yet… these are such a big part of being human.

In my work, I see how often people are:❌ Unsure how to communicate their needs❌ Carrying shame or confusion around s*x❌ Feeling disconnected from their body or pleasure❌ Struggling silently in their relationships

And the truth is—there’s nothing “wrong” with you for wanting clarity, connection, or more understanding in this area.

S*x doesn’t have to be taboo.It can be explored with curiosity, safety, and honesty 🤍

This is something I feel genuinely comfortable talking about, and something I care deeply about supporting clients through.

✨ If you’re navigating challenges around intimacy, s*x, or connection—and you’re looking for a space where you can talk openly without judgment—I’m here for you.

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“What do you think of this?” 🤔“Studies confirm husbands create more stress for mothers than their own children.”This kin...
04/29/2026

“What do you think of this?” 🤔

“Studies confirm husbands create more stress for mothers than their own children.”

This kind of statement can spark a lot of reactions.

In my own experience—raising three boys, being in a 15-year committed relationship, and now navigating separation—I’ve often reflected on where the real stress came from.

Not from the children.

But from the dynamic between adults.

Different parenting styles.
Different expectations.
Disagreements on what’s “right.”

When you add another adult into the parenting equation, you’re not just raising kids—you’re managing communication, emotions, needs, and sometimes unresolved patterns.

That’s where tension builds.

And it’s not about blaming one person.

It’s about recognizing that relationships—especially in parenting—require:
💬 Communication
👂 Being able to truly hear each other
⚖️ Compromise
🧠 Emotional maturity

And yes… that takes energy.

A lot of it.

Single parenting is hard. Co-parenting is hard. Relationships are hard.
But struggling in silence doesn’t have to be part of the equation 🤍

✨ If you’re navigating challenges in your relationship or parenting and want support from someone who understands both personally and professionally, I’m here for you.

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🌗 Shadow & Light: Two Sides of Growth 🌞Some of us dive into shadow work, exploring the hidden parts of ourselves—the fea...
03/31/2026

🌗 Shadow & Light: Two Sides of Growth 🌞

Some of us dive into shadow work, exploring the hidden parts of ourselves—the fears, doubts, and patterns we usually avoid. Others focus on light work, nurturing joy, gratitude, and love. ✨

Both paths are powerful. Shadow work teaches self-awareness and resilience. Light work teaches hope and self-compassion. The magic happens when we honor both—when we embrace our shadows and our light, we grow in balance and authenticity. 🌿

Curious how to integrate both into your life? Start your journey today at 👉 vancouverislandholisticcounselling.ca 💛

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💛 Passionate About Supporting Couples 💛One of the areas of counselling that I feel the most passionate about is working ...
03/23/2026

💛 Passionate About Supporting Couples 💛

One of the areas of counselling that I feel the most passionate about is working with couples. Relationships are beautiful, complex, and sometimes incredibly challenging—but I truly believe that with the right support, communication tools, and willingness to grow, relationships can transform and flourish.

I recently completed Level 2 training in Imago Relationship Therapy and will be starting Level 3 soon, continuing my commitment to deepening my work with couples. I’m also trained in Gottman Method Level 1 and Relational Life Therapy Level 1, which allows me to bring multiple evidence-based approaches into the counselling room.

On a personal level, I deeply believe in family and the power of committed relationships. Having been in a 15-year partnership myself, I understand that relationships go through seasons. There are moments of connection and moments of challenge—but those challenges can become powerful opportunities for growth, understanding, and deeper intimacy.

This is why I feel so honoured to support couples who want to:
✨ Improve communication
✨ Rebuild trust
✨ Navigate conflict in healthier ways
✨ Reconnect emotionally
✨ Grow stronger together

For a limited time, I’m offering couples counselling at the same rate than individual sessions as a way to make this support more accessible.

✔ Covered by most extended health benefits
✔ Sliding scale available for those without coverage

If you or someone you know could benefit from couples counselling, I would be honoured to support you.

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Sometimes we search for purpose and legacy, but the truth is, purpose doesn’t have to be complicated. 🌟In my early twent...
02/03/2026

Sometimes we search for purpose and legacy, but the truth is, purpose doesn’t have to be complicated. 🌟

In my early twenties, I realized my purpose was simple: bring light and smiles to others. Today, it’s grown—to create a safe, kind, and joyful space for people. 💛✨

It’s about showing up, doing the work, and asking: Am I creating a safe world for others? When we focus on contribution instead of differences, empowerment follows naturally. 🌱

If you’re seeking support, I’m currently taking new clients for counselling at VancouverIslandHolisticCounselling.ca. 🖤

Sometimes life throws challenges our way, and it’s easy to feel stuck in victimhood — like everything is happening to us...
01/20/2026

Sometimes life throws challenges our way, and it’s easy to feel stuck in victimhood — like everything is happening to us. 😔 But there’s another path: accountability. 💪✨

Accountability isn’t about blame or perfection. It’s about taking ownership of what we can control, making conscious choices, and moving forward even when life has been hard. 🌱 It’s about reclaiming your power, rather than giving it away to circumstances or past experiences. 🔑

Victimhood keeps us in a loop of “why me?” Accountability opens the door to “what can I do next?” — and that shift can be life-changing. 🌟

Healing doesn’t mean ignoring your pain. It means honoring your story while choosing growth, even when it’s uncomfortable. 🤍🔥

If you’re ready to step into your power, you don’t have to do it alone. VancouverIslandHolisticCounselling.ca offers support and guidance for anyone looking to move from stuck because healing takes intention and care. 👐

✨ It’s so easy to get caught up in wanting to just feel happy and positive all the time. But sometimes, in our quest for...
01/19/2026

✨ It’s so easy to get caught up in wanting to just feel happy and positive all the time. But sometimes, in our quest for “good vibes only,” we can bypass the very things in our lives that need to be acknowledged and felt.

I love this quote: “It’s not about feeling good, it’s about becoming good at feeling.” 💛 It’s a reminder that growth, healing, and true strength come from allowing ourselves to experience all of it—the uncomfortable, the messy, and the beautiful.

As much as training our minds to see the positive is powerful, it’s equally important to face what’s in front of us. Feeling everything fully is what helps us grow stronger, wiser, and more resilient.

If you’re looking for support or guidance on your health, fitness, or personal growth journey, visit choose2be.ca or vancouverislandholisticcounselling.ca 🌿

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How do you actually stay connected to the people closest to you? 🤍Is it eye contact over coffee ☕A walk without phones 🚶...
01/12/2026

How do you actually stay connected to the people closest to you? 🤍

Is it eye contact over coffee ☕
A walk without phones 🚶‍♀️
A deep conversation that isn’t rushed ⏳
Or simply sitting together in silence?

And then… an honest question:
How much time do you spend on your device each day? 📱

Our phones keep us connected—but sometimes at the cost of real presence.
True connection happens when we slow down, listen, and let ourselves be seen.
It happens in the nervous system, not the notification bar.

If you’re noticing disconnection, overwhelm, or loneliness—even while being “always on”—you’re not alone. Support can help you come back to yourself and to others 💛

✨ Let’s start the conversation.
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👇 Tell me in the comments:
What helps you feel most connected to the people you love?


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I’m deeply passionate about couple therapy — not just because I’m a therapist, but because I lived partnership for 15 ye...
01/09/2026

I’m deeply passionate about couple therapy — not just because I’m a therapist, but because I lived partnership for 15 years in a committed relationship while raising three boys.

Here’s the truth most couples don’t want to hear:

💔 Love is never enough to make a relationship work.

Strong couples aren’t lucky.

They’re skilled.

Most couples never upgrade their communication skills after they fall in love — yet they expect the relationship to magically survive stress, parenting, resentment, exhaustion, and unmet needs.

Relationships are a team sport.

If you don’t like collaboration, repair, shared leadership, and effort — don’t be in a relationship.

Good marriages are built when two individuals consistently choose the relationship over self-interest.

If you want it to be about you all the time — stay single.

Marriage gets hard.

Complaining happens.

Blame happens.

The couples who thrive?

They get help — and they get to work.

✨ Successful relationships are built, not found.

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Sometimes our anxiety isn’t coming from what’s happening —it’s coming from the story we’re telling about it.When we’re o...
01/05/2026

Sometimes our anxiety isn’t coming from what’s happening —
it’s coming from the story we’re telling about it.

When we’re overwhelmed, triggered, or stuck in old patterns, the mind looks for certainty:
Who’s wrong?
What does this mean?
How do I protect myself?

But constant interpretation can quietly keep us in a state of tension.

In counselling, we often slow things down enough to notice this:
👉 Not every reaction needs an explanation
👉 Not every feeling needs to be fixed
👉 Not every moment needs a verdict

Healing often begins when we learn to see differently — with curiosity instead of judgment, compassion instead of control.

Whether you’re navigating co-parenting stress, relationship strain, anxiety, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don’t have to do it alone.

Support doesn’t mean you’re failing.
It means you’re choosing awareness, presence, and care.

✨ Vancouver Island Holistic Counselling
✨ Individual & relationship support
✨ In-person and virtual sessions available




Address

2598 Rosstown Road
Nanaimo, BC

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 9pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 9pm

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+12507400886

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